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Plai (North East) - <em>Zingiber cassumunar</em>

Plai (North East) - Zingiber cassumunar

On Aromatics International we have 2 Plai essential oils. One is distilled in Central Thailand, the other is distilled in North Eastern Thailand. Based on the specific chemistry of each oil we recommend the one from Central Thailand for reducing pain and inflammation (quite a powerful analgesic) and the Plai from the North East for reducing inflammation and infection (similar to tea tree, and is very effective against colds and flu).

The terpinene-4 ol in plai, tea tree and sweet marjoram is the component credited for much of the anti-infectious behavior of the oil. Plai generally has between 25-45 % terpinene-4 ol in it. We like to combine plai with tea tree and sweet marjoram when dealing with infections.



 

  • Batch: PLN-101
  • Distillation Date: Summer 2009
  • Suggested Shelf Life: 2-3 Years
  • GC/MS Report
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Specifics
Country of Orgin: Thailand Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Monoterpenols Plant Parts: Rhizomes
Cultivations: Plant was Wild Crafted Botanical Families: Zingerberaceae
Aromas: Exotic and Sensual, Fresh, Herbaceous, Spicy Notes: Middle

Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions

We bought both oils based on the chemistry and aroma of each. We loved them both and decided to use them together in our blends!

Plai is used by Thai Massage Therapists to ease joint and muscle pain. It is an excellent oil to add to blends for reducing inflammation for injury, sprains, muscle and joint issues. Plai is from the same plant family as ginger (Zingiber officinale) but has different properties and more intense actions. Plai does not possess the classic heat that is common to Ginger. Instead Plai has a cooling action on inflamed areas. It is very effective!

The oil is used to relieve pain, for digestive issues such as irritable bowel and nausea, and is also very effective for colds and infection.

Here is what the Thailand distiller told us: Plai essential oil is excellent pain reliever on joints and muscles. The undiluted Plai has been found to ease pain for upwards of 16-20 hours. The scent is cool, green and peppery. It has an antiseptic, antitoxic, anti-viral, digestive and strong anti-inflammatory effect as it is from the family of ginger. It gives a cooling effect instead of warming effect on the inflamed area. Plai essential oil is widely used in aromatherapy and spa products, it blended well with black pepper, rosemary or orange for healing inflammatory or digestive problems. Can be used as an insect-repellent.

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Therapeutic Properties

  • Analgesic
  • Anti-inflammatory - reduce inflammation
  • Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
  • Antibacterial
  • Antifungal
  • Antiviral
  • Carminative - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
  • Immune support - stimulates functioning of immune system
  • Tonic - strengthens and restores vitality

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Calms the nerves
Settles anxiety
Cools anger

Recipe

Cold and Flu
10 drops Plai (North East)
10 drops Saro
 5 drops Lemon
10 drops Frankincense

Add to a 2 oz lotion and apply to the chest several times daily

Safety

No safety issues specific to this oil.

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Zingiber cassumunar

Plai (North East)

Country of Origin: Thailand

Stock # PLN-101
Date: Summer 2009
GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY ANALYSIS ( % )

Monoterpenes

α-phellandrene0.37
α-pinene1.65
α-terpinene5.22
α-thuyene1.55
β-myrcene1.72
β-phellandrene1.95
β-pinene3.04
γ-terpinene9.00
d-limonene0.68

Monoterpenes (continued)

para-cymene1.24
sabinene32.79
terpinolene1.78

Sesquiterpenes

β-sesquiphellandrene0.67
dimethoxyphenyl butadiene0.82

Monoterpenols

α-terpineol0.65
cis-thuyanol0.60
terpinen-4-ol32.13
trans-thuyanol0.62
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Plai (North East) - <em>Zingiber cassumunar</em>

Plai (North East) - Zingiber cassumunar

On Aromatics International we have 2 Plai essential oils. One is distilled in Central Thailand, the other is distilled in North Eastern Thailand. Based on the specific chemistry of each oil we recommend the one from Central Thailand for reducing pain and inflammation (quite a powerful analgesic) and the Plai from the North East for reducing inflammation and infection (similar to tea tree, and is very effective against colds and flu).

The terpinene-4 ol in plai, tea tree and sweet marjoram is the component credited for much of the anti-infectious behavior of the oil. Plai generally has between 25-45 % terpinene-4 ol in it. We like to combine plai with tea tree and sweet marjoram when dealing with infections.



 

  • Batch: PLN-101
  • Distillation Date: Summer 2009
  • Suggested Shelf Life: 2-3 Years
Sizes / Prices
  • 1/2 oz. - $19.00
  • 1 oz. - $34.20

Specifics

Country of Orgin: Thailand Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Monoterpenols Plant Parts: Rhizomes
Cultivations: Plant was Wild Crafted Botanical Families: Zingerberaceae
Aromas: Exotic and Sensual, Fresh, Herbaceous, Spicy
Note: Middle

Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions

We bought both oils based on the chemistry and aroma of each. We loved them both and decided to use them together in our blends!

Plai is used by Thai Massage Therapists to ease joint and muscle pain. It is an excellent oil to add to blends for reducing inflammation for injury, sprains, muscle and joint issues. Plai is from the same plant family as ginger (Zingiber officinale) but has different properties and more intense actions. Plai does not possess the classic heat that is common to Ginger. Instead Plai has a cooling action on inflamed areas. It is very effective!

The oil is used to relieve pain, for digestive issues such as irritable bowel and nausea, and is also very effective for colds and infection.

Here is what the Thailand distiller told us: Plai essential oil is excellent pain reliever on joints and muscles. The undiluted Plai has been found to ease pain for upwards of 16-20 hours. The scent is cool, green and peppery. It has an antiseptic, antitoxic, anti-viral, digestive and strong anti-inflammatory effect as it is from the family of ginger. It gives a cooling effect instead of warming effect on the inflamed area. Plai essential oil is widely used in aromatherapy and spa products, it blended well with black pepper, rosemary or orange for healing inflammatory or digestive problems. Can be used as an insect-repellent.

Learn More

Therapeutic Properties

  • Analgesic
  • Anti-inflammatory - reduce inflammation
  • Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
  • Antibacterial
  • Antifungal
  • Antiviral
  • Carminative - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
  • Immune support - stimulates functioning of immune system
  • Tonic - strengthens and restores vitality

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Calms the nerves
Settles anxiety
Cools anger

Recipe

Cold and Flu
10 drops Plai (North East)
10 drops Saro
 5 drops Lemon
10 drops Frankincense

Add to a 2 oz lotion and apply to the chest several times daily

Safety

No safety issues specific to this oil.